Keep Your Vehicle Out Of The Harmful Radiant Heat And Sun

​One of the ways to keep your vehicles safe is to prevent damage from the heat and sun. You may not notice it, but the damage from the heat goes deeper than the exterior. Neglecting heat damages may cause the vehicle to overheat.

Protecting the Car's Interior
Know how you can protect your vehicle from the inside.  

1. Parking in the shade
   Parking in the shade helps protect the vehicle from direct sunlight.
2. Using windshield sun protector
   A windshield sun protector helps the vehicle stay cool and away from the heat.
3. Use a microfiber cloth to wipe the dash 
   Wiping the dash using a microfiber cloth removes small dust particles that cars accumulate. 
4. Install seat covers
   Installing seat covers allows the seats to remain cool.
5. Apply conditioner to leather seats
   Applying conditioner to leather seats helps avoid cracks and tears of leather seats.

Car Exterior 
Below are some tips for ensuring your vehicle's exterior is safe from the heat and sun.

1. Wash often and hand dry
   Wash often and hand dry your vehicle to prevent dirt and dust particles. 
2. Use wax
   Using wax daily may prevent damage from the sun. 
3. Checking the tire pressure
   Check tire pressure often during summer since pavement and underinflated tires may lead to a blowout. 

Check Under the Hood
Checking under the hood is as important as the interior and exterior of a vehicle.

1. Check the cooling system
   Check your engine to see if it is in good working condition to prevent it from overheating.
2. Prevent low levels of fluids
   When fluid levels are below recommended levels, it may cause overheating. 
3. Vehicle's battery and the complete charging system
   Ensure that the vehicle's battery and the complete charging system are functioning properly. It can prevent wear out and failure by high temperatures and accessory loads.
4. Check the air conditioning
   Check if the interior car's air conditioning needs to be cooler, the temperature may be low on refrigerant charge level or has a more serious problem.

Conclusion
Sunlight may be safe for a vehicle, but it can have damage if it's too much. Provide all the maintenance the car needs; interior, exterior, or under the hood. That way, you can prevent damage and help the car last longer. 

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